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Selvaraj VCPI
Current MP
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Overview
Nagapattinam Lok Sabha Constituency is one of the 39 parliamentary constituencies in Tamil Nadu and is reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC). Located on the southeastern coast of the state, the constituency covers major parts of Nagapattinam district and portions of Tiruvarur district. Stretching along the Bay of Bengal, it is one of Tamil Nadu's most important coastal parliamentary constituencies, with an economy centred on agriculture, fisheries, ports and religious tourism.
The constituency lies in the fertile Cauvery Delta, where paddy cultivation has been the backbone of the rural economy for centuries. Nagapattinam town serves as the district headquarters and an important fishing and commercial centre. The region is home to several prominent places of worship, including the :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}, one of India's most revered Islamic pilgrimage sites, and the :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}, one of the country's most important Christian pilgrimage centres. Agriculture, fisheries, aquaculture, religious tourism, salt production and trade are the principal drivers of the local economy.
Lok Sabha Constituency Number
Parliamentary Constituency No: 29
Reservation Status
Scheduled Caste (SC)
Assembly Segments
The Nagapattinam Lok Sabha Constituency comprises the following six Assembly constituencies:
- Nagapattinam - Kilvelur (SC) - Vedaranyam - Thiruthuraipoondi (SC) - Mannargudi - Thiruvarur
2024 Lok Sabha Result
Selvaraj V
Votes: 4,65,044
Dr Surjith Sankar G
Votes: 2,56,087
Victory margin: 2,08,957 votes
2024 Voter Turnout
Turnout
Votes Polled
Total Electors
2019 Lok Sabha Result
M. Selvaraj
Votes: 5,22,892
M. Saravanan
Votes: 3,11,539
Victory margin: 2,11,353 votes
Electoral History
Winners of past Lok Sabha general elections in this constituency.
| Year | Winner | Party |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Selvaraj V | CPI |
| 2019 | M. Selvaraj | CPI |
2019 → 2024 Comparison
CPI held this seat across both elections. Winning margin narrowed by 2,396 votes.
Political History
Nagapattinam has traditionally been one of the politically significant Scheduled Caste-reserved constituencies in Tamil Nadu. The constituency has witnessed electoral contests involving the Communist Party of India (CPI), Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), Indian National Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
The constituency has a long history of Left political influence due to its agricultural labour movements and fishermen's organisations. Agriculture, Cauvery water management, fisheries, coastal development, disaster management and rural welfare have consistently shaped electoral politics.
Development Issues
Coastal protection remains one of the constituency's foremost priorities. Residents seek stronger cyclone-resilient infrastructure, sea erosion control measures, improved fishing harbours and modern cold-storage facilities. The region's vulnerability to cyclones and storm surges makes disaster preparedness a major public concern.
Farmers seek assured Cauvery water supply, modern irrigation infrastructure and better procurement prices for paddy. Fishermen demand modern fishing infrastructure, harbour expansion and support for deep-sea fishing. Healthcare, education, road connectivity and employment generation also remain important issues.
Constituency Insights
Nagapattinam is one of Tamil Nadu's most important coastal and delta constituencies. The electorate includes farmers, fishermen, aquaculture workers, salt pan labourers, tourism operators, traders, government employees and students. Agriculture and fisheries remain the largest sources of livelihood, while pilgrimage tourism contributes significantly to the local economy.
The constituency's political priorities revolve around agriculture, coastal development, fisheries welfare, disaster management, infrastructure expansion and employment generation. Its religious diversity and coastal economy give it a unique identity within Tamil Nadu.
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Location
Nagapattinam Lok Sabha Constituency, Nagapattinam district.
Districts Covered
Districts that this Lok Sabha constituency spans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Nagapattinam Lok Sabha Constituency located?
A: Nagapattinam Lok Sabha Constituency is located on the southeastern coast of Tamil Nadu and covers major parts of Nagapattinam and Tiruvarur districts.
Q: Is Nagapattinam a reserved constituency?
A: Yes. Nagapattinam is a Scheduled Caste (SC) reserved parliamentary constituency.
Q: Who is the current Member of Parliament from Nagapattinam?
A: :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} of the Communist Party of India (CPI) is the current Member of Parliament, elected in the 2024 Lok Sabha election.
Q: Why is Nagapattinam Lok Sabha Constituency important?
A: Nagapattinam is one of Tamil Nadu's most important coastal constituencies, known for its Cauvery Delta agriculture, fisheries and internationally renowned religious pilgrimage centres.
Q: What are the major economic activities in Nagapattinam?
A: Agriculture, fisheries, aquaculture, religious tourism, salt production and trade are the major economic activities.
Q: Which Assembly constituencies are part of Nagapattinam Lok Sabha Constituency?
A: Nagapattinam, Kilvelur, Vedaranyam, Thiruthuraipoondi, Mannargudi and Thiruvarur.
Q: What are the major crops grown in Nagapattinam?
A: Paddy, coconut, black gram, green gram, sesame, sugarcane and banana are among the major crops cultivated across the constituency.
Q: What are the key development issues in Nagapattinam?
A: Coastal protection, fisheries infrastructure, Cauvery water management, disaster preparedness, healthcare, education, employment generation and rural connectivity are among the major concerns.
Q: Why are Velankanni and Nagore important?
A: Velankanni Basilica is one of India's foremost Christian pilgrimage centres, while Nagore Dargah is among the country's most revered Islamic shrines, attracting millions of devotees every year.
Q: What factors influence elections in Nagapattinam?
A: Agricultural development, fisheries welfare, coastal infrastructure, disaster management, Cauvery water supply, welfare programmes and local leadership are among the most important factors influencing elections in the constituency.